The 'Sad Batman' meme, primarily featuring Ben Affleck's portrayal of the Caped Crusader from 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,' became an internet sensation after a promotional still surfaced showing a dejected, chin-down Bruce Wayne. The image perfectly captured an atmosphere of overwhelming gloom and disappointment, leading the internet to pair it with relatable life struggles or existential crises. Over time, the meme expanded to include moody shots from Matt Reeves' 'The Batman' (2022), maintaining the core theme of a hero burdened by the weight of the world. It is now a go-to template for representing feelings of defeat, isolation, or the silent realization that things aren't going as planned.